National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America - Wednesday, August 19 at 7:00 PM at American Philosophical Society in Old City, PhiladelphiaOld City

National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America

Wednesday, August 19 at 7:00 PM·7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.·Old City·American Philosophical Society

National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America

Posted to Old City on May 17, 2026

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Wed, Aug 19 at 7pm – 8pm

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American Philosophical Society

104 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

David Center for the American Revolution Lecture. Featuring: Michael Auslin

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